MBBA Distribution History & Yield
iShares Mortgage-Backed Securities Active ETF · Cboe US
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.13 | $13.00 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from MBBA's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.69 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 8 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much MBBA do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 770 | $36,492 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,847 | $182,462 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 7,693 | $364,923 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.29%. $10,000 in MBBA would currently pay about $329 a year ($27 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
MBBA distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.075 | -59.5% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.185 | -5.1% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.195 | +7.1% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.182 | -9.0% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.20 | -2.0% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.204 | +4.1% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.196 | -37.0% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.311 | — |
Payout risk check
MBBA's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 69/100).
This is a rule-based screen computed from public data, not a rating or a recommendation. Read our guide to yield traps for what the signals mean.
About iShares Mortgage-Backed Securities Active ETF
Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in MBS and derivatives that provide investment exposure to such securities or to one or more market risk factors associated with such securities. Such securities include, but are not limited to, securities issued by GNMA, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac as well as other U.S. government securities.
Fund family: BlackRock. Category: Government Mortgage-Backed Bond. First distribution on our records: Mar 2, 2026. 8 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
MBBA distribution FAQ
When is MBBA's next ex-distribution date?
MBBA's next ex-distribution date is Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.13 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does MBBA pay distributions?
MBBA pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.075 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is MBBA's distribution yield?
MBBA's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.26%, based on $1.548 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $47.44. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.56 per share, is 3.29%.
How much does MBBA pay per share?
MBBA pays about $0.13 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.56 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $156.00 a year.
Has MBBA grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, MBBA's distributions vary with the income its holdings generate, so payouts are not designed to rise every year the way a dividend-growth stock's are.
How many shares of MBBA do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.29%, you would need about 770 shares of MBBA (roughly $36,492 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every month, so the monthly figure is an average.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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